Halloween makeup can contain harmful ingredients such as toxic metals, artificial dyes, volatile organic compounds, fragrances, and allergenic metals
. These ingredients can clog pores, cause breakouts, and severely irritate the skin. Heavy metals are not safe if they are accidentally ingested, make contact with your eyes, or infiltrate your lungs. Some Halloween face paints have been recalled because of the potential dangers they pose to skin
. To avoid harmful chemicals, it is recommended to make your own natural Halloween makeup using ingredients such as cornstarch, coconut oil, and natural cold cream
. It is also important to test the makeup on a small area of skin before applying it to the face to avoid allergic reactions
